My end roof truss is out of plumb 1 1/2″ at 8′ Still in the construction phase and I am wondering if this is a big enough problem to try to fix. The roof decking and metal roof are complete. I was thinking that removing the end pieces of the metal roof cutting through the decking nails and trying to winch it in? BTW, there is no one to blame or have come back and fix. I have been building the house from the foundation up by myself, except for the roof and plumbing (county would not let me do plumbing) were contracted. Since I am doing it myself, it takes longer and things are exposed longer. I know that they were plumb when the bracing went up to keep them from racking, but somewhere along the way, either a bracing was removed to allow movement/alignment, or the roofer put it where he needed it for the roof without regard to plumb. Not sure how much detail is needed and I can certainly fill in gaps, but I would really appreciate some wisdom and experience. Roofer said just leave it when I pointed it out to him.
Thanks
Discussion Forum
Discussion Forum
Up Next
Video Shorts
Featured Story

Tune in for part two of Patrick's conversation with the BS* + Beer crew at this year's International Builders' Show.
Highlights
Fine Homebuilding Magazine
- Home Group
- Antique Trader
- Arts & Crafts Homes
- Bank Note Reporter
- Cabin Life
- Cuisine at Home
- Fine Gardening
- Fine Woodworking
- Green Building Advisor
- Garden Gate
- Horticulture
- Keep Craft Alive
- Log Home Living
- Military Trader/Vehicles
- Numismatic News
- Numismaster
- Old Cars Weekly
- Old House Journal
- Period Homes
- Popular Woodworking
- Script
- ShopNotes
- Sports Collectors Digest
- Threads
- Timber Home Living
- Traditional Building
- Woodsmith
- World Coin News
- Writer's Digest
Replies
If it were mine, I'd try to fix it. First, I'd put a string on the wall at the bottom of the truss to make sure that is still straight. Next I'd cut loose the sheathing from the top of the truss by whatever means necessary. Now, you should be able to bump the peak of the truss back to plumb fasten and brace, then straighten the top chords by line or sight.
I would first consider installing long wedges ripped from 2by lumber. A track saw would help.
You didn't say if the top is in, or the bottom is in, so the wedges may make other problems.
I'd suggest finish nails and construction adhesive, on a pattern, so you can avoid the nails.